Srixon Prestige Tour Remarks - June 2026

July 8, 2026 •Southern Texas PGA

Good Morning Players, Parents, & Family Friends,


They say April showers bring May flowers, but on the Srixon Prestige Tour, they brought blazing competition, birdie-filled scorecards, and unforgettable showdowns across Texas.


2026 Srixon Prestige Tour Survey Thank you!

Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the 2026 Srixon Prestige Tour Survey. Your thoughtful feedback is incredibly valuable and will play an important role in shaping the future of the Srixon Prestige Tour.


We have heard your voices clearly and understand that AJGA PBE opportunities, strong communication, pace of play, tee gifts, and the overall tournament experience remain top priorities for our players and families. Our commitment is to continue enhancing every aspect of the tour experience, not only to meet your expectations, but to exceed them whenever possible.


We sincerely appreciate your support, participation, and continued trust in the Srixon Prestige Tour. Thank you once again to everyone who shared their feedback.


Srixon Prestige Tour Champions - May

May kicked off in thrilling fashion in Fredericksburg at the Wildflower Classic hosted at Lady Bird Johnson Golf Course. Gavin Martinez of San Antonio, TX caught fire early and never cooled off, firing rounds of 2-under and 1-under to finish 3-under overall and capture his third Boys 11-14 title of the year. In the Boys 15-18 division, Marco Baima of Boerne, TX delivered a statement performance with back-to-back rounds of 68 to secure his first victory of the season. On the girls’ side, Rylen Darter of Taylor, TX dominated the field from the start, building a commanding six-shot lead on her way to claiming the first Overall Girls title of her career.


The Srixon Prestige Tour then traveled north to Burnet for the Fore! Challenge at Delaware Springs Golf Course. Despite soggy weather forcing the tournament into a one-day, 36-hole showdown, the competition delivered nonstop excitement. Hayes Pethel of Belton, TX rose to the occasion, shooting 3-under par to earn his first career Boys 11-14 victory. Marco Baima of Boerne, TX stayed red-hot in the

Boys 15-18 division, backing up an incredible opening-round 64 with a 69 to capture his second win of May. Katelyn Allen of Montgomery, TX put together rounds of 1-under and even par to secure her first Overall Girls win of the year and the second victory of her career.


At the same time in Brenham, The Fairway Roundup at Brenham Country Club battled challenging wet conditions that also transformed the event into a one-day, 36-hole test. Andrew Moreno II of Austin, TX surged up the leaderboard with a clutch second-round 75 to claim his first career Boys 11-14 title. Andrew Bird of Nacogdoches, TX electrified the course with a scorching back-nine 32 in the final round

to earn his second Boys 15-18 win of the season. Veronika Germain of Houston, TX stood strong against a talented field, battling her way to her first Overall Girls victory of the year and the third win of her career.


August Registration

Summer is far from over, and the biggest finish of the season is still ahead! Registration for August Srixon Prestige Tour events officially opens on June 2nd at 9:00 AM, and spots are expected to fill quickly. Set those alarms, get ready, and lock in your place for an unforgettable month of championship golf across Texas.


The following events open for registration on June 2nd: 

Creekside Clash (August 3-4) – Vaaler Creek Golf Club

STPGA Challenge (August 10-11) – BlackHorse Golf Club (North)

Surf & Turf New Braunfels Showcase (August 15-16) – Landa Park Golf Course

Vortech Contracting H-Town Showdown (August 29-30) – Quail Valley Golf Course (El Dorado)


The countdown is on. Mark your calendars, be ready at 9:00 AM on June 2nd, and don’t miss your chance to compete on the Srixon Prestige Tour this August.


The Insperity Tour Championship

We are officially less than TWO months away from the 2026 The Insperity Tour Championship, the biggest event of the year! The excitement continues to build as more and more players secure their spot in this premier championship event.


Haven’t locked in your invitation yet? There is still time to earn your place in the field. All events through the Summer Showdown on June 22-23 will count toward earning an invite, followed by one final opportunity at our Last Chance Qualifiers:


Space City Challenge (July 13-14) – Magnolia Creek Golf Club (England/Scotland)

Sunshine and Swing Challenge (July 13-14) – Hill Country Golf Club (Lakes/Creeks)


As a reminder, players who received invitations between April 6th and May 18th must register by Monday, June 8th at 11:59 PM. If no action has been taken by the deadline, we will unfortunately need to release your child’s spot to the next eligible player.


The road to the championship is heating up, and we cannot wait to see who will compete for the 2026 title.


Click Here for more information about The Insperity Tour Championship.


June and July Events

Still looking to complete your summer tournament schedule? The Srixon Prestige Tour still has exciting opportunities available across Texas, with spots remaining in several premier summer events. From championship layouts to intense competition, this is your chance to test your game, compete against top junior players, and make a run at becoming a Srixon Prestige Tour Champion this summer.


The following events currently are open for registration and have spots available:


Bluebonnet Classic (June 8-9) – Legends Golf Course. Registration closes June 3rd at 11:59 PM

Girls Junior PGA Championship #1 (June 8-9) – Black Hawk Country Club. Registration closes June 3rd at 11:59 PM

Summer Showdown (June 22-23) – Pebble Creek Country Club. Registration closes June 17th at 11:59 PM

Battle on the River Bend (July 6-7) – Lost Pines Golf Club. Registration closes July 1st at 11:59 PM

Space City Challenge (July 13-14) – Magnolia Creek Golf Club (England/Scotland). Registration closes July 8th at 11:59 PM

Sunshine and Swing Challenge (July 13-14) – Hill Country Golf Club (Lakes/Creeks). Registration closes July 8th at 11:59 PM

Kerrville Junior Cup (July 27-28) – Riverhill Country Club. Registration closes July 22nd at 11:59 PM

Prestige Tour Open (July 30-31) – Bentwater Yacht and Country Club (Weiskopf). Registration closes July 22nd at 11:59 PM


Spots are limited and registration deadlines are approaching quickly. Don’t miss your opportunity to compete, improve, and make this summer one to remember on the Srixon Prestige Tour!


Exemption Opportunities

One of the things that makes the Srixon Prestige Tour truly special is that every event gives players the chance to compete for more than just trophies and titles. Throughout the season, incredible exemption opportunities are on the line, giving players the chance to take the next step and compete on even bigger stages.


Dreaming of representing Team STPGA in a team competition atmosphere? Players throughout the year have the opportunity to earn coveted spots on the Ben Hogan Junior Cup Matches and Bayou Cup teams, where pride, teamwork, and elite competition come together in unforgettable match play events.


Looking to test your game against some of the best junior golfers across the state? Multiple exemptions into prestigious Legends Junior Tour events are also available throughout the Srixon Prestige Tour season, creating exciting opportunities for players ready to elevate their game.


Click below to learn more about the opportunities available this season:


Click Here to view the Legends Junior Tour exemptions available

Click Here to view the Ben Hogan Junior Cup Matches website

Click Here to view the Bayou Cup website


Thank You to our Sponsors!

For the eighth consecutive year, Srixon is returning as the sole Prestige Tour Title Partner for the 2026 year. Keep in mind, if you are looking for golf balls to golf clubs, Srixon is one of the premiere brands in the industry and will always keep you at the top of your game.


Thank you again to all our players, parents, host facilities, and Sponsors! We are looking forward to an amazing 2026, with more tournaments, stronger competition, and even lower scores! As always, if we can ever be of assistance to you, please feel free to contact me via email (cklassen@pgahq.com), Kevin Reilly (kreilly@pgahq.com) or Brayden Porter (bporter@pgahq.com)!


 Thank you,

  Casey Klassen

Prestige Tour Manager

By Southern Texas PGA July 16, 2026
San Antonio, TX (July 13-14, 2026) – Despite the Sunshine and Swing Challenge living up to only half of its name, junior golfers battled through the weather at Hill Country Golf Club in San Antonio for two days of outstanding competition. A talented field showcased resilience, determination, and impressive play in the pursuit of championship titles. In addition to the champions, four players secured the final spots in the 2026 The Insperity Tour Championship for the Srixon Prestige Tour through the Last Chance Qualifier during Round 1. Fletcher Whiting, Myles Malek, Ava Frazier, and Addison McCullough earned invitations with strong performances, punching their tickets to the season-ending championship and completing the Tour Championship field. Thank you to our host facility, our players and parents, our Title Partner Srixon, and all of our staff who made the tournament such a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!
By Southern Texas PGA July 16, 2026
League City, TX (July 13-14, 2026) – Though Houston's summer storms crowded the forecast, the Srixon Prestige Tour crowned champions at the Space City Challenge at Magnolia Creek Golf Club. Over the course of two days, our junior golfers showed their determination and talent despite the weather in an extremely competitive field. We would also like to congratulate four of our competitors for earning their "Last Chance" qualifying spots into The Insperity Tour Championship next week: Joslyn Born, Viktoria Germain, Cody Michals, and Cooper Hwang! Thank you to our host facility, our players and parents, our Title Partner Srixon, and all of our staff who made the tournament such a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!
By Southern Texas PGA July 8, 2026
Lost Pines, TX (July 6-7, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour headed to Austin this week for the Battle on the River bend at Lost Pines Golf Club. Players embraced the challenge of the Texas summer heat, battling high temperatures throughout two days of competition. Despite the demanding conditions, the field delivered impressive performances and competitive golf from start to finish.  Thank you to our host facility, our players and parents, our Title Partner Srixon, and all of our staff who made the tournament such a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!
By Southern Texas PGA July 1, 2026
Good Evening Players, Parents, & Family Friends, June on the Srixon Prestige Tour brought high temperature, low scores, and champions galore The Insperity Tour Championship The time has arrived! We are less than three weeks away from the most anticipated event of the year - The Insperity Tour Championship! The stage is set, and the best junior golfers from across Southern Texas have earned their place in the field. These elite competitors are preparing for an unforgettable championship experience at one of the premier courses in the state, the breathtaking Boot Ranch. Still chasing your chance to be part of the action? There is one final opportunity to earn your spot through. The Insperity Tour Championship Last Chance Qualifier. Players will have one final chance to compete for their place in the field at the following events: • Space City Challenge (July 13-14) – Magnolia Creek Golf Club (England/Scotland) • Sunshine and Swing Challenge (July 13-14) – Hill Country Golf Club (Lakes/Creeks) History will be made at Boot Ranch. Will Payson Pistono defend her title as the Girls The Insperity Tour Champion? Who will secure the first two spots on this year’s Bayou Cup Team? Which players will rise to the moment and etch their names into Srixon Prestige Tour history? All questions will be answered on July 20–21 at Boot Ranch as the top junior golfers in Southern Texas battle for championship glory at The Insperity Tour Championship. Click Here for more information about The Insperity Tour Championship. Srixon Prestige Tour Champions - June The month kicked off at Bay Oaks Country Club in Houston for the Boys Junior PGA Championship #1 , where players battled for championship glory. Reed Rodriguez of Aledo, TX delivered a clutch Round 2 performance, firing a 1-under-par 71 to secure his first career Boys 11-14 victory. In the Boys 15-18 Division, Matthew Burke of Houston, TX caught fire, using four straight birdies on the front nine during Round 2 to surge ahead and capture his first career victory. The Srixon Prestige Tour then stayed in Houston for the Girls Junior PGA Championship #1 at Black Hawk Country Club, where Jessie Lee of San Antonio, TX put together a championship performance. After a strong start, Jessie separated herself from the field late, making four consecutive birdies on the back nine during Round 2 to claim her first career Overall Girls title. Meanwhile, the action continued in Kingsland at the Bluebonnet Classic at Legends Golf Course, where another exciting weekend of competition unfolded. Andrew Moreno II of Austin, TX continued his impressive stretch, earning his second Boys 11-14 victory in three weeks with a 1-under-par tournament score. In the Boys 15-18 Division, Marco Baima of Boerne, TX set the tone early, firing an opening-round 66 and holding onto the lead to claim his third victory of the season. Pippa Fikes of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX also shined, using an even-par opening round to secure her second Overall Girls win of the year. The Srixon Prestige Tour then headed west to San Antonio for the Boys & Girls Junior PGA Championship #2 at The Quarry Golf Course, where championship moments continued. Jordan Thomas of Spring Branch, TX came through in dramatic fashion, making par on the first playoff hole to earn his first Boys 11-14 victory of the season. In the Boys 15-18 Division, Elliot Cope of Spicewood, TX dominated the competition, finishing an incredible 12-under-par for the tournament to capture his first career victory. Jessie Lee of San Antonio, TX stayed red-hot, matching even par for the event and earning her second Overall Girls win in as many weeks. June came to a thrilling conclusion at Pebble Creek Country Club for the Summer Showdown , where players battled through another competitive championship field. Hayes Pethtel of Belton, TX used a strong opening-round 71 to claim his second Boys 11-14 victory of the season. Brody Thompson of Magnolia, TX delivered back-to-back rounds of 71 to earn his first career Boys 15-18 title, while Katelyn Davis of Kingwood, TX controlled the field from start to finish, building a five-shot advantage to capture her second career Overall Girls championship. 2026 Ben Hogan Junior Cup Captain - James Devore The Southern Texas PGA is proud to announce that James Devore has been named the 2026 Ben Hogan Team STPGA Captain. A decorated junior golfer, proven competitor, and passionate leader, James has built a strong reputation through his dedication, experience, and commitment to excellence. With three career Srixon Prestige Tour victories, he established himself as one of the top junior players in the section and demonstrated what it means to compete at the highest level. James returns to the Ben Hogan Junior Cup Matches with unfinished business and a renewed drive to lead Team STPGA to victory. After representing the team as a player in 2023, James experienced the heartbreak of falling short and now brings that motivation into his role as Captain. With firsthand experience and a championship mindset, he is ready to inspire the next generation of Team STPGA players and guide the team in their pursuit of the Ben Hogan Junior Cup. Click Here to learn more about our 2026 Ben Hogan Junior Cup Captain James. September Registration Summer may still be heating up, but the excitement for Fall golf is already here! Registration for the September Srixon Prestige Tour events officially opens on July 7th at 9:00 AM, and spots are expected to fill quickly. Get your alarms set, mark your calendars, and prepare for another incredible month of championship golf featuring some of the best junior players across Texas. The following events open for registration on July 7th: ● Cavender Buick GMC North Brackenridge Park Classic (September 12-13) – Brackenridge Park Golf Course ● Antigua Sun City Showdown (September 26-27) – White Wing Golf Club The countdown is officially on! Be ready at 9:00 AM on July 7th and secure your spot for the next chapter of Srixon Prestige Tour competition. Don’t miss your opportunity to tee it up, compete, and be part of another unforgettable month on the Srixon Prestige Tour! Summer Registration Opportunities Still looking to fill out your summer schedule? The Srixon Prestige Tour has you covered! This summer, junior golfers will have the opportunity to compete on premier courses, create unforgettable memories, and chase exciting exemptions at every event. The following events are open for registration with spots available: ● Sunshine and Swing Challenge (July 13-14) - Hill Country Golf Club (Lakes/Creeks) ● Kerrville Junior Cup (July 27-28) - Riverhill Country Club ● Creekside Clash (August 3-4) - Vaaler Creek Golf Club You never know what’s going to happen at a Srixon Prestige Tour event. From breakthrough performances to unforgettable moments, the next great story is waiting to be written. Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of the action this summer! Thank You to our Sponsors! For the eighth consecutive year, Srixon is returning as the sole Prestige Tour Title Partner for the 2026 year. Keep in mind, if you are looking for golf balls to golf clubs, Srixon is one of the premiere brands in the industry and will always keep you at the top of your game. Another big thank you to Cavender Buick GMC North and The Quarry Golf Course for sponsoring the Boys & Girls Junior PGA Championship #2!
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